For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 893 students in 37404, TN.
The top-ranked public high schools in 37404, TN are Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy and Chattanooga Preparatory School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 37404 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 37404, TN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 37404 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Tennessee average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 37404, TN Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1802 Bailey Ave
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 702-7230
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 702-7230
Gr: 6-12 | 354 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Chattanooga Preparatory School
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1815 Union Ave
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 602-7737
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 602-7737
Gr: 6-12 | 539 students Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 37404, TN?
The top-ranked public high schools in 37404, TN include Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy and Chattanooga Preparatory School.
How many public high schools are located in 37404?
2 public high schools are located in 37404.
What is the racial composition of students in 37404?
37404 public high schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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